Hands-On Craft Mentor & Field Trainer

MCL Construction; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare premiums for you and depend

401(k) with employer contributions

Profit sharing

Employer-paid short-term disability

Generous PTO

Team-focused culture

Job summary

MCL Construction in Omaha is seeking a dedicated craft trainer who will stay hands-on while mentoring crews. You’ll raise technical skills on site, lead toolbox talks, and partner with foremen to elevate workmanship.

This role remains hands-on, not management, with a focus on teaching, safety, and standard-setting across projects. Since 1987, MCL has built a reputation for quality and teamwork, and you’ll help carry that legacy forward.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience as a skilled tradesperson at foreman/journeyman/lead carpenter level.
• Experience training crews through toolbox talks or mentoring apprentices.
• NCCER Instructor certification preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Recognized by peers as a trusted on-the-job resource.
• Must stay hands-on and avoid moving into management.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on training for crews on techniques and safety.
• Deliver toolbox talks and mentoring sessions.
• Collaborate with foremen to raise skill levels.
• Maintain hands-on involvement while ensuring quality work.

Skills

Foreman / Journeyman / Lead Carpenter

Mentoring & training

NCCER Instructor

OSHA 30

Hands-on craftsmanship

On-site collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Woodworking tools knowledge

Job description

MCL Construction in Omaha is seeking a dedicated craft trainer who will stay hands-on while mentoring crews. You’ll raise technical skills on site, lead toolbox talks, and partner with foremen to elevate workmanship.

This role remains hands-on, not management, with a focus on teaching, safety, and standard-setting across projects. Since 1987, MCL has built a reputation for quality and teamwork, and you’ll help carry that legacy forward.